USB-C splitter cable?

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allanw108 Author

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USB-C splitter cable?

I have a MacBook with a single usb-c port. I'm running High Sierra, 10.13.4

I need a splitter cable, or a usb-c to usb-c hub, that will allow me to

1) plug in my "ethernet to usb-c" cable, (or else has a direct ethernet plug-in), and

2) plug in my usb-c power cable

I'm having trouble finding anything on the market that has 2 usb-c ports which will work for charging the computer, not just for data transmission.

I've tried usb to usb-c adapters, but they don't seem to work for charging, only for data transmission.

Does anyone have a suggestion?

thanks,

Allan

MacBook, macOS High Sierra (10.13.4)

Posted on Jun 11, 2018 4:06 PM

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Answer 1

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y_p_w

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Jun 11, 2018 8:53 PM in response to allanw108

This one only has one USB-C port that can be used as a power passthrough or to connect to a USB-C host. It also has an ethernet port:

HooToo Ethernet, HDMI, 100W Power Delivery, 3 X USB ports USB C Network Adapter for MacBook Pro & Type C Windows Laptops…

https://www.amazon.com/HooToo-Ethernet-Delivery-Network-Adapter/dp/B075KHNZXV

Another one that might work is the Kingston Nucleum. It's the only one I've heard of that actually has two USB-C ports, although some reviews say that it glitches for a second when a USB-PD power adapter is initially plugged in.

https://www.kingstongo.com/us/hub/nucleum-usb-type-c-hub

https://www.amazon.com/Kingston-Nucleum-Adapter-connect-microSD/dp/B076BGJXTG

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Answer 2

Jun 12, 2018 7:07 AM in response to allanw108

Amazon.com: VAVA VA-UC006 USB C Hub Adapter with 100W Power Delivery, Ethernet Port, SD Card Reader, HDMI Port, 3 USB 3.…

Amazon.com: OWC USB-C Dock, 10 port, designed for MacBook-Rose Gold w/HDMI: Computers & Accessories

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allanw108 Author

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Jun 12, 2018 12:07 PM in response to y_p_w

Many thanks for this; as you said, the second one you list is the only one I've seen with 2 USB-C ports, which is what I need. I wouldn't have thought it would be so rare to find.

I'll give it a try.

Allan

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Answer 4

Jun 12, 2018 1:11 PM in response to allanw108

allanw108 wrote:

Thanks, Phil. These hubs seem to have only one USB-C port, and I need two.

I do appreciate your taking the time to check things out for me.

Allan

Both have the direct Ethernet port you wanted instead of the secondary USB-C port.

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